Other Activities

It was also Oktoberfest this weekend at Snowbird so there were lots of people and lots to do. Seems that Utes love the inflatable things for kids. Every event that we have been to has at least one set up. Evan and another little girl his age had fun playing in this one.

Evan couldn't stay away from this 4-wheeler. We didn't think they would mind if he just went for a little spin.

Snowbird Revisited

After Evan got burnt on the top of Hidden Peak at Snowbird, I was determined to have them put up signs warning other people about the possible danger. After many phone calls, they finally agreed. In fact, they put up 6 signs!! We went there today to see for ourselves.

This is the location where Evan fell and got burnt (see the red and yellow sign)

We changed the name of the mountain today to Evan's Peak.

There were several of these posted around as well. Looks like another determined parent was making phone calls to Snowbird.

UTA Summer Picnic

The Utah Transit Authority had their summer picnic this past Friday at a huge park in Sugarhouse. They had a band, magician, and clown. However, none of this was exciting enough to keep Evan's attention. We spent most of our time wading in the near by creek.

King of the Parking Garage

Carney Rides

Last weekend we went to the Salt Lake County Fair. The fair was a little disappointing, but at least Evan got to ride on his first carnival rides.

The Murray Park

Yesterday we went to a neighborhood park after dinner. The sun was shining on the mountains making a perfect Kodak moment that I couldn't resist. The park also has a really unique playground, and it is a favorite for all kids. Evan especially likes to go down the slide. Be sure to check out the video.

Playing around

After dinner tonight Evan and I went for a walk and stopped at one of the playgrounds here at our apartment complex.

Dinner Hike

Last week we went on a dinner hike with people from Bill's work. They called it a "beginners" hike, but I would disagree. It was worth it though. When we finally made it to the top we had a picnic dinner at Lake Mary.
On the way down we saw this huge moose. He was sort of intimidating as he was just off the path that we were hiking down.

Future Artist

Evan came home from school with his first masterpiece.

Our Summer Vacation

We just got back from an awesome vacation. We stayed in 5 places in 6 days and we traveled in or through 4 states. Evan did great despite having a cold for most of the trip. I took over 200 pictures! Each place was more beautiful than the last, and I just couldn't resist. . My brother-in-law, his wife and 3 kids were with us for most of the time. Evan had a great time playing with his cousins and we enjoyed our time with Mark and Jenny. It was a once in a life time vacation that we will never forget. Here are the highlights....

In Idaho Falls we got upgraded to a Suite!! Evan and Bill took a bath later that morning.

Self-Family portrait somewhere in the Targhee National Forest, Idaho

We stayed at a beautiful home in Big Sky, Montana. The kids had a blast running through the house and exploring the many rooms. Here is Evan with his cousins, Bridget, Liam, and Kimberly.

During our vacation, Bill was in the wedding of his friend Matt Hamlin. The wedding was amazing! This picture was taken at the ceremony site, just beautiful!

While in Big Sky, we stayed at this cute cabin at Moonlight Basin Lodge. The view from our porch was breathtaking! Here is the gang getting ready to make the drive to Yellowstone.

Evan at Old Faithful in Yellowstone

We had a long drive through Yellowstone to get to our next pit stop. Here is Liam, Bridget, and Evan stretching their legs.

Our last stop with Mark, Jenny and kids was in Silver Gate (at the NorthEast entrance to Yellowstone). We stayed at at place called Grizzley Lodge. It was "backwoods" for sure, but we had a great dinner and great views.

Poor Evan was not feeling to great on this morning.

Still in Yellowstone, Evan loves to be in the pack!